As California bids farewell to a fourth, searing year of drought, we don’t know what Mother Nature has in store for us next year. We may face torrential downpours associated with the strong El Niño in the Pacific Ocean. We may face another crippling year of drought. Or we could experience something in between. But we do know that California has experienced multi-year droughts in the past and will again. As a state, we must prepare for these inevitable droughts if we are to continue to support our growing population, thriving economy, and healthy environment.
Related Issues
Climate Adaptation
Related Resources
Skip carousel items
Adaptive Management Should Anchor California’s Ocean Conservation Goals
Expert BlogUnited States, CaliforniaRobert Vergara
A prime opportunity to bolster California's MPA network is close at hand. State decision makers should move to ambitiously conserve our state's vulnerable seascape.
Why Wood Pellets Won’t Solve California’s Wildfire Problem
Expert BlogCaliforniaRita Frost
GSNR's project will not only waste time and drain critical funding but may even worsen wildfires.
Now Is the Time to Go All In on California Water Reuse
Expert BlogUnited States, CaliforniaDr. Mark Gold
The state now has the country’s most robust, comprehensive water reuse regulations—and it must commit to investing in water reuse facilities for a more climate-resilient future.